Daniel has applied to attend iD Programming Academy this summer and is raising funds for his program fees. Can you help?
Daniel
Daniel
Interest:
Technology & Engineering
School:
Crystal Springs Uplands School
Location:
Successfully funded on June 28th, 2014!
Fully funded!
$1,698 raised
$0 to go
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Daniel
Daniel's Story

I hope to use this program as a valuable experience in that I will be learning to collaborate with my peers and take the importance of teamwork to the next level. I want to have a hands-on experience with science-based activities in order to better understand the way technology is shaping the way people live. Most importantly, I believe this program will be just absolutely fun and I hope to have a great time meeting new people.

Although I am quite shy and more introverted, I am willing to step out of my comfort zone and explore new activities. I love to learn new things and I do not allow my timidity to hold me back. I always keep a positive attitude even through adversity. I have made many mistakes in my life, but I use those mistakes as learning opportunities in order to improve myself and hopefully succeed.

Cristina
A Note from Ms. Shin, Daniel's Teacher

Daniel is curious, creative, and he loves learning! These qualities are highly suited to someone who wants to enhance their learning above and beyond the classroom. Daniel is naturally quiet, but his strength lies in his strong observation skills . In addition to observation, Daniel is very attentive, extremely kind and he works well alone or in groups. Without reservation, Daniel would make an excellent addition to the Wishbone iD Tech program.

Campaign Activity
Daniel
Daniel posted an update
July 14
Had a blast at iD Tech!!

Here is a recap of what I learned during my week with iD Tech.  I took 3D Level Design and worked with a program known as Hammer, which is the official tool used by companies such as Valve, for creating levels and maps in their own games.  It was such a great experience because there was just so much for me to learn and now I feel confident in my abilities to create difficult and creative levels in games such as Team Fortress 2 and Portal 2, which I can upload for others to enjoy!  Attending this program has enhanced my abilities in design and because I now find it so very fun and interesting, I am now considering it as a potential occupation for my future!  I would easily recommend this program to anybody!  There are many classes one can take such as robotics, Java, C++, web design, etc.  Although you take classes, you do not feel like you are working because it so so fun!  Also, the people you meet are all so kind and fun to hang out with!  I would also recommend staying overnight in a dorm, you will wish you were here longer!  My advice for anybody applying for this program is to take in all you can.  You are only here for five days, and you will regret not trying out as many new things as you can!  Thanks to all my donors and everybody who has supported me through this!  I am very grateful.


Daniel
Daniel posted an update
July 3
Amazing experience at iD Tech!

Thanks to everyone who made a donation, whether it was large or small, you have all made a huge contribution!  Thank you for providing me with such an amazing experience here at iD Tech!  My first day here was one to remember!  As I walked onto campus, the staff members enthusiastically greeted me.  They were very welcoming and gave me a sense of security and optimism for the events to follow.  This is exactly what had surprised me about this program!  I imagined that I would see everybody on a laptop in their own little world playing games all day.  However, it was quite the opposite!  Everybody here is so kind and willing to meet new people!  I've already made quite a few friends here!  Thank you all again for your support and generosity!  I am truly grateful!

Daniel
Daniel posted an update
July 1
Excited for my week at iD Tech

I am grateful for the opportunity to partake in such a unique program at iD Tech.  I have always had an interest in video game programming but never had the opportunity to learn how.  This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn programming from professionals about the basics of level design.  I am excited to experiment with and design video game levels.  I often get nervous meeting people for the first time, so attending this camp will help me build my social skills.  I cannot wait to meet and get to know new people and create friendships.  Now is my chance and I cannot wait for the fun that will lie ahead.  I am just torn that I will only have a week to learn as much as I can.  I hope to make the most of my stay.

Daniel
Daniel posted an update
June 28
Thank you

Thank you all so much for your help! I am extremely grateful for all your donations and greatly appreciate your generosity! Thank you for allowing me to experience the once in a lifetime opportunity of learning game design at iD Tech. Your donations will go so far in helping me gain experience in design! Thank you again for all of your support!

Success! Ms. Shin helped Daniel raise $1,697
June 28
Anonymous donated $1
June 28
Anonymous donated $89
June 28
Anonymous donated $390
June 27
Anonymous donated $200
June 23
iD Tech
Anonymous donated $432
June 18
Anonymous donated $155
May 29
Cristina
Ms. Shin started this campaign
May 29
Daniel
Daniel was accepted into Wishbone!
February 7